Lothian

Diagnostics, Testing and Patient Support jobs in Edinburgh.

At home blood testing, diagnostics and online clinics need phlebotomists, laboratory staff, clinical advisers and patient care coordinators to keep services running. Actionus supplies remote and onsite support staff on temporary, contract and permanent terms.

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Hiring in Edinburgh

What the Edinburgh market looks like.

Edinburgh's services run through NHS Lothian, covering the city plus West Lothian, Midlothian and East Lothian sites. Fife and Forth Valley are within commuting distance for many candidates, and Scottish NHS terms and PVG scheme membership apply rather than the English DBS route.

Major employers in Lothian

  • —NHS Lothian
  • —Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh
  • —Royal Hospital for Children and Young People, Edinburgh
  • —NHS Fife

Also covering

Livingston · Dunfermline · Falkirk · Musselburgh · Bathgate · Kirkcaldy

Typical settings

  • At home testing providers
  • Diagnostic laboratories
  • Online clinics
  • Patient contact hubs

Common specialities

  • Phlebotomy
  • Blood testing
  • Patient care coordinator
  • Clinical adviser
  • Customer support

Questions

Diagnostics, Testing and Patient Support work in Edinburgh, answered.

What diagnostics, testing and patient support jobs are available in Edinburgh?
Actionus advertises locum, contract, bank and permanent diagnostics, testing and patient support roles across Edinburgh and the wider Lothian area, including at home testing providers, diagnostic laboratories, online clinics. Live vacancies are listed on this page and updated as they are released.
Which employers hire clinical support staff in Edinburgh?
Actionus works with telemedicine and telehealth employers across Edinburgh and the wider Lothian area, including public sector organisations, local authorities, independent providers and private employers hiring clinical support staff.
What registration do I need to work as a diagnostics, testing and patient support professional through Actionus?
You will need current registration with the relevant UK regulator, an enhanced DBS, right-to-work documents and satisfactory references. Our compliance team confirms exactly what is required for each assignment before you start.
How quickly can I start a locum assignment in Edinburgh?
If your compliance file is already complete, short-notice cover can often start within days. If you are new to Actionus, register first and we will build your file while we match you to suitable roles.
How do I get paid for temporary work?
Temporary and locum workers submit hours weekly through the Actionus online timesheet portal. Once your authoriser approves the timesheet, payment is processed through PAYE, umbrella or your limited company, depending on the payment method agreed on your assignment.

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